The University of Management and Technology Highlights Shocking New Report

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The University of Management and Technology speaks out about a surprising new report which insists that college educated professionals are less enthusiastic about their jobs than those who have a high school diploma.

Arlington, Virginia (PRWEB)August 07, 2013

The University of Management and Technology and, arguably, all higher education institutions throughout the United States, work to help their students to learn the skills and information they need to thrive in their chosen field. The goal behind the higher education platform, in many instances, is to provide students with a pathway that will prepare them for a fulfilling, lucrative, and challenging professional career. But a recent article published by USA Today reveals a shocking survey that has concluded that, "American workers who have a college degree are less likely than workers with just a high school diploma to feel enthusiastic about their jobs, and that's 'bad for the U.S. economy.'"

The reason behind this conclusion is not 100 percent clear; however, the article cites the fact that many Americans are overqualified for their jobs due to such a competitive market—and that this can cause them to feel as though they are not able to leverage their strongest skills and experiences on a daily basis. The article asserts: "One, a study based on 2010 Labor Department data by the non-profit Center for College Affordability and Productivity, found that 41.7 million college graduates were in the labor force but only 28.6 million jobs required a college degree."

Ultimately, this could mean that professionals who are highly trained in a certain field are not experiencing the opportunity to work within that industry or, if they are working in their chosen area, they are not employed at a level that is equal to their potential. For instance, a professional who holds an MBA may be in a supportive role, rather than a leadership role, at a company in which the individual has a great deal to offer.

The professionals at the University of Management and Technology have responded to this report by urging business leaders to challenge their employees in order to assist them in staying enthusiastic and excited about their work. "Ultimately, we prepare our students to perform to the highest of their ability when they enter the workforce," a representative from the organization states. "That is the goal of nearly all education institutions, no matter if students decide to enter the private, public, or even academic sector. Once they get there, it is important that students are challenged and continually faced with situations that force them to grow and keep learning in order for them to feel fulfilled by their work. Simply following the same routine day in and day out—particularly if this routine is not challenging—is not going to help professionals to stay inspired about their position."

The University of Management and Technology urges professionals and business leaders to make the effort necessary to instill motivation and inspiration in the workplace.

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An online educational organization, the University of Management and Technology opened in 1998. The school provides associate, bachelor, master, and doctorate degree programs in a wide range of fields, including business administration, computer science, information technology, homeland security, management, public administration, criminal justice, engineering management, and more. The professionals behind the University have created a strong academic culture that provides a high degree of flexibility and affordability to the students who trust this institution with their educational efforts.